Ok - I have booked my trip to the Galapagos Islands and have one full day in Quito (and half of another). What must I see/do in Quito with only one full day? It will be after 10 days in Galapagos and the day before I head back tot he US. Thanks!

Head to the Old Historic section. There you can see a couple of their most beautiful churches, San Francisco & La Compañia de Jesus, the latter rather impressive with all the gold leafing in the interior of the church. If it's a nice, clear day, also head out to Panecillo Hill, where you can see the Virgin of Quito monument (you can actually see her from Old Town as well) as well as a panoramic view of Quito. Plus you can't miss the Middle of the World Monument. Corny but fun!

We had a good guide in Quito, his name is Carlos Puente. If you'd like his email address, let me know.

’m not a huge fan or booking city tours, however I would highly recommend “Andrea” to anyone that might be interested in getting the best out of Quito. She took me on a private city tour that lasted about 6 to 7 hours and saw EVERYTHING! I decided what time I wanted to start, how long I wanted to stay in each sight, when I was ready to move on…she was fantastic and the prices were practically the same as if I had booked one of those “sit on a bus” tours. Her e-mail address is [email protected] , phone 00 (593) 2 2232 206 and cell phone 00 (593) 92 340 626.

If you touch base with her, tell her that I said “hi” and that the painting sculpture she helped me buy at the MUSEO GUAYASAMIN looks fantastic at home.

Take care and enjoy the Galapagos!

Bernie
Bernard Barberot

I am going next week to Galapagos. I will have a few hours to tour Quito as the next day we head to the villages in Ovalalla. I would love Carlos Puente email address.

Thank you

here is Carlos' email:

Carlos Puente: [email protected]

have a great time!

tofusally, when you back, please report if you tour Quito with Carlos Puente.
I will have one full day in Quito in June with 16 yo and looking for good and fun guide.
Thank you!

I took a private tour to the Historic section and it was worthwhile. I saw the sights mentioned by quimbymoy.

The remainder of the day I spent shopping at the local craft market, which was a lot of fun.

BTW, syclark, 12 days in the Galapagos! Wow! They are awesome. Have a wonderful time.

Who did you book your trip with? I am trying to decide on who to do the trip with.

I booked thru www.amazingperu.com and so far have loved them. They are extremely quick on replying to inquiries and requests and have been extremely helpful.